Bowdle High School - Bobcat Cossack Yearbook (Bowdle, SD)

Text from Pages 1 - 64 of the 1966 volume:

“it was the merest memory now, vague and a little sweet.” Bowdle High School Bowdle, South Dakota THE BOBCAT 1966 Galsworthy Dedication A teacher who excells as an educator is a great asset to any school, and Bowdle High has been fortunate In having Just such an Individual on Its staff for the past three years. He has devoted extra time and effort In helping students with their problems. His tireless humor and outstanding ability have proved a great and lasting Influence on all who have known him. For these qualities, the Senior Class of 1966 takes pride in dedicating the '66 Bob- cat to Mr. Roger Youngman. 2 BOARD OF EDUCATION: Mr. Alvin Bauer; Mr. Alvin Kurle; Mr. Clarence Schumacher, Chairman; Mr. Mike Mltzel, Vice Chairman; Mr. Robert Putnam, Superintendent; Mr. Wllmer Schalble, Clerk; Mr. Duane Steiger; Mr. Gideon Schuh, Treasurer, not pictured. The Board of Education has many func- tions which they have to do In order to provide the community with the best edu- cation possible for their young citi- zens. Among Its many functions are securing a staff of competent and pro- fessional teachers, providing a plant which Is comfortable and pleasant for the pupils and a budget which will pro- vide the necessary funds for the opera- tion of a school which everyone In the district may be proud of. Our board of education has done a most excellent Job In carrying out those functions to the best of their ability and are to be commended highly for their efforts. Governing Bodies Regulate School In the fall when school starts, the student council begins—Homecoming ac- tivities: coronation, bon-flre, foot- ball game, and dance. Through the year the council reflects the voice of the student body, sponsors student affairs and establishes public relations. 0 O STUDENT COUNCIL—STANDING: Curtis Elsenbelsz, Jim Schlepp, Arvls Lemke, David Karst, Mary Heckenlalble, Paul Bachman, Alan Person. SEATED: Karen Zimmer, Dennis Stotz, Connie Berg, Advisor—Mr. Richard Maslanka. 3 SSATED: Betty Artz, Typist; Janet Buechler, Assistant Editor; Connie Berg, Editor-In-Chief; Miss Wagner, Advisor. STANDING: Linda Kittleider, Assistant Typist; Gordon Hintz, Activities Editor; David Karst, Sports Editor; Sharlene Bollinger, Assistant Class Page Editor; Cathy Gross, Assist- ant Activities Editor; Marianne Bachman, Assistant Music Editor; Richard Dufloth, Assistant Sports Editor; Vicki Schlepp, Class Page Editor; David Kramer, Assistant Business Manager; Melanie Miller, Music Editor; Marian Buechler, Business Manager. Annual Staff Works Diligently High school memories are wonderful things to be able toretain, but many times they slip away and are lost in a haze. The Bobcat has been compiled to help bring back these warm moments, days, and years of life at B.H.S. With the able assistance of Miss Wagner, the an- nual staff has tried to sum up the activities of the students and captivate the pleasure and eagerness with which they are done. The staff and its helpers present this yearbook for your pleasure and wish you many happy memories. FACULTY Mr. Gary Walter 7th Grade English 8th Grade English 8th Grade Social Studies English I Basketball Grade Coach 8th Grade Advisor Mr. Lloyd Wall 7th Grade Math 7th Grade Science 8th Grade Math 8th Grade Science General Math 7th Grade Advisor Mr. Robert Putnam Superintendent Economics Sophomore Class Advisor Faculty Heads Kiss Janice Mayer Replaced Mr. Wall second semester. Miss Olga Wagner Typing I Bookkeeping Office Practice Annual Advisor Mr. Kenneth Bodkin American Government U.S. History World History Physical Education Athletic Coach Mr. Roger Youngman Algebra I General Science Physics Geometry Assistant Football Coach Freshmen Olass Advisor Mr. D. Dale Wooledge Principal Biology Guidance Mr. Dale Ziegler Sociology Psychology Driver Education Senior Class Advisor General Shop Trades and Industries Arts and Crafts Junior Class Advisor Varied Curriculum Harold Johnson le laced Mr. Maslanka 3(econd semester. Mr. Richard Maslanka 7th Grade Social Studies A and B” Band High School Chorus Student Council Advisor Mrs. June Moser English I, II, IV Library Personnel Is Active SECRETARY—Mrs. Robert Putnam Mrs. Putnam Is in charge of reports, school re- cords, writing out lunch tickets, and other clerical duties. With a smile, she keeps the office running smoothly. CUSTODIAN—Mr. Emil Bonen Emil has kept the school spic and span for almost 12 years and has added the new extras that put life and color into the '65-'66 school term. COOKS—Mrs. Emil Bonen, Mrs. Gust Dumdie,Mrs. Martin Buckenberger The cooks have provided very appetizing meals for practically all of the students and have done an excellent Job. Many thanks for their hours spent in the kitchen. BUS DRIVERS—Joe Stappler, Larry Bauer, Everett Lemke, Gordon Stotz, Jake Schill- ing, Eldon Schmierer. The bus drivers have driven through all kinds of weather to get the students to and from school. Another duty is trans- porting students to games and other extra activities. They are to be praised for their patience and their abilities. o The Senior Class Larry Barth Connie Berg Betty Artz Bonna Berg Donna Berg Mary Heckenlalble ■ finishing the sailing of the Twelve Seas , £ 7 , fjrn OA . fj ItM aA Sli -rr rrJty £ A-CtJ £ ■ A 4 rrxJ Ju . $ M f tt CA W ' ■r a (X % £) e 4 David Kars+ w f. f W Kelanle Mi er I ' , ..va v now looks - =a-' S O- a -v for anchorage o v«p ■ ,vf V ', B 5 ,! r y Sarah Susan Moser Lucille Senger Pauline Thomas Kot pictured Gene Sandmeier Patricia Wadlelgh Gary Sandmeier in the harbor of success y X,' . 1 sC-CG-Qs ry Class Rings MOTTO: Tonight we launch; where shall we anchor? COLORS: Orchid and Silver FLOWER: Orchid Those chosen to finish their high school years as class of- ficers are: Donna Berg, Vice- President; Mary Heckenlaible, Treasurer; Mr. Wooledge, Ad- visor; Karen Dewald, aecretary; Connie J. Berg, President. Members of the 12 Year Club are: Sharon Sulzle, Carolee Huft, Bernadette Stappler, Diane Erlenbusch. S5CJ.TD HOW: Sarah Sulzle, Betty Artz, Pauline Tnomas, Larry Barth, Marian 3uechler, Connie Berg, Vicki Schlepp. 12 Year Club The 12 Year Club is an organization made up of students having attended Bowdle Public School for twelve consec- utive years. Marianne Bachman Janet Buechler Sharlene Bollinger Richard Dufloth Cathy Gross Judith Huber Juniors prepare t The numerous activities of the Junior year were organized by the following officers: Linda Maurice Hoffman Klesz, Treasurer; Mr. Ziegler, Advisor; Marianne Bachman, Ro er Huber Secretary; Janet Buechler, Vice-President; Karen Zimmer, President. Linda Klesz Roger Jacobs David Kramer Julia Langston for big launch Paul Bachman Marlene Barth Wanda Bauer John Bleber Mark Bleber Wayne Buechler Susan Dewald Luane Eisenbelsz Hope Eisenbelsz Sophomores Bosemarle Heilman Sophomore class elections re- sulted In the following of- ficers: Bonald Mitzel, Treas- urer; Mr. Putnam, Advisor; Wayne Buechler, Vice-President; James Schlepp, President; Dean Schumacher, Secretary. Joel Hoffman Diana Hoven Donald Kurle Rebecca Klesz 18 become Noel Langston Shelia Metzger Bonald Mltzel Marsha Putnam John Sandmeler James Schlepp Sandra Sandmeler Florence Stern Dean Schumacher experienced crewmen Ronney Strouckel Elizabeth Wadlelgh Doris Wadlelgh Geometry class consists of many sophomores. Roger Wolff Lesll Wooledge 19 High school beginners elected the following officers: Patty Nies, Secretary; Curtis Eisen- beisz, President; Bradley Schlepp, Treasurer; Mr. Young- man, Advisor; Stanley Zimmer, Vice-President. Alexzlne Klesz Pamela Knecht Larry Merkel Not Pictured Allen Leldholdt Molly Vetch Honald Wolff Marcy Wooledge Stanley Zimmer t I Some freshman students often find studying in a group more beneficial. 21 This Is The Life 1. Part of physics class Is donated to time In the lab where theories are put to a test. 2. Office practice gives students back- ground In office routine. 3. Besides working on personal projects, the boys In shop helped Install the new lockers. The school lunch room Is a busy place during noon hour. Students find It a welcome break after morning classes. 5. In charge of pep rallies, the cheer- leaders work hard to fire up the fans and encourage school spirit. 6. Before every home game, the BHS fans gather to spark enthusiasm for the 22 approaching event. Eighth Grade LOOKS FORWARD TO A NEW EXPEDITION FIRST ROW: Jim Bollinger, Evan Haar, Connie Kurle, Cathy Sand- mier j john Barth, Timmy Hagele, Rose Marie Menzia, Blake Eisen- beisz, James Doerr. SECOND ROW: Mr. Gary Walter, Marsha Weiszhaar, Clayton Weber, Julia Schuh, Eileen Hoffman, Pat Miller, Lonnie Vetch, Janice Gross, Jason Person, Kathleen Sandmeier. THIRD ROW: Charles Kurle, Cathy Bollinger, Nancy Kiesz, Gary Buechler, Leland Treichel, Rosemary Dewald, Kim Miller, Mary Lou Hagele, Arlyn Wiepking. FOURTH ROW: Carolyn Lee, Nancy Peterson, Mike Senger, Leon Schaible, Lance Schumacher, Jim Commet, Wayne Suechler, Sandra Schlepp, Roxanne Dewald. Seventh Grade SAILS ON IN FULL SPEED FIRST ROW: Richard Carlson, Sheila Langston, Tammy Siewert, Glenn Slumhardt, Marcie Dewald, 'Warren Wooledge, Sandra Peterson, Lanet Eisenbeisz, David Person. SECOND ROW: Richard Mitzel, Bonnie Felckert, Virgil Heinrich, Ronald ij ldade, Margaret Gross, Candice Bieber, Dean Mertz, Janell Leidholt, Kendall Aldinger, Douglas Kiesz, Mr. Lloyd Wall. THIRD ROW: Arle 3uechler, Mary Miller, Arlyn Schaible, Chris Schumacher, Cathy Fisher, Laine Rieger, Robert Zimmer, Jackie Huber, Gail Bauer. 23 Sixth Grade PREPARES FOR JUNIOR HIGH VOYAGE FIRST ROW: Leroy Beltlespacher, Cheryl Aldinger, Michael Mertz, Candice Lemke, Bonnie Schuh, Bean Aldinger, Perry Hoffman, Shelly Gross. SECOND ROW: Dane Aldinger, Susan Person, Gene Buechler, Karen Boschee, Corrine Hoven, Ernestine Hoffman, • Tommy Klapperich, Mrs. Lenora Berg. THIRD ROW: Judith Hoven, Wayne Bachman, Carmen Bieber, Nancy Barth, Francis Heilman, Sheila Schlecht, Alex Kiesz, Nancy Dewald. FOURTH ROW: Curtis Lemke, Valynn Perman, Paulette Dewald, Jayne Schlepp, Craig Schumacher, Lexie Schlecht, Leo Bieber, Ilze Ber- zins. Fifth Grade BECOMES BRAVER FIRST ROW: Bryce Wooledge, Jerry Sandmeier, Steven Giedt, Randy Bollinger, Tommy Doerr, Joel Schmlerer. SECOND ROW: Jane Dewald, Debra Buechler, Colleen Buechler, Darlene Sandmeier, Sherry Steiger, Roberta Nles, Candice Huft, Linda Heilman, Janella Langston. THIRD ROW: Robert Leidholt, Linda Rieger, Owen Schumacher, Linda Weber, Marcle Metzger, Niel Haar, Christy Gross, David Beitelspacher, Mrs. Irma Erbe. FOURTH ROW: Kathy Wadleigh, Jeffrey Buechler, Lyle Perman, Ronnie Vetch, Wynne Blumhardt, Ron Stotz, Kenny Schuh, Arlene Sandmeier, Candace Sandmeier. Fourth Grade FLOATS INTO CALM WATERS FIRST ROW: LaRlta Merkel, Nyla Wooledge, Gordon Heinrich, ferry Lean Hoven, Mark Hoven, Brenda Bollinger, Gary Bachman, Valette Perman, Carrie Buechler. SECOND ROW: Mrs. Janice Schock, Jane Person, Cynthia Nies, Bonn Schalble, Joletta Binder, Kathy Weber, Colleen Walz, Debra Brown, Kevin Schlepp, Peggy Klapperich. THIRD ROW: Wally Blondo, James Heinrich, Paul Schuh, Cynthia Kramer, Rodney Zimmer, Jean Vetch, John Pat Kurle, Michael Dewald. Third Grade LEARNS THE TRADE FIRST ROW: Mary Thomas, Ronnie Mlttleider, Marcia Schlecht, Brent Joens, Joseph Bleber, Inta Berzins, Cynthia Lemke, Patricia Bachman. SECOND ROW: Steven Roebuck, Cynthia Beltelspacher, Russell Person, Cynthia Gross, Harvey Doerr, Mona Zimmer, Connie Walz, Ricky Bollinger, Mrs. Elodie Schmierer. Not Pictured: Sherry Barth. 25 Second Grade SETTLES DOWN FIRST ROW: Tracy Wooledge, Randall Elsenbelsz, Kathleen Schlecht, Monica Stelgei; Paulette Geler, Cindy Elsenbelsz, Elaine Heinrich, Mary Grlsmer, Janet Moser, Mark Mertz. SECOND ROW: Becky Buechler, Dotty Haberer, Yolonda Kurle, Francis Mltzel, Jeffrey Thomas, Clorls Schumacher, Gary Mertz, Lori Joens, Marc Bonen. THIRD ROW: Scott Bleber, Nell Schlepp, Terrance Klapperlch, Scott Schalble, Jerae Buechler, Clarice Bollinger, Randy Geldt, Jacqueline Breitling, Mrs. Alice Heckenlalble. First Grade BEGINS A NEW EXPERIENCE FIRST ROW: Anita Haar, David Dewald, Debbie Larson, Marshall Oster, ffancy Schlepp, Montye Hagele, Debra Erlenbusch, Terrance Dewald, Sheri Gross, Curtis Bollinger. SECOND ROW: Debra Geler, Therese Hoven, Timothy Gross, Valerie Perman, Theresa Heilman, Allen Reuer, Todd Stotz, Monte Zimmer, Ronald Heilman, Penny Aldlnger, Mary Dewald, Bradley Bachman. THIRD ROW: Gall Weber, Lee Ray Langston, Peggy Sandmeier, Roy Roebuck, Glen Buechler, Ronald Brown, Rodney Breitling, Judy Doerr, Bruce Bollinger, Susan Heilman, Miss Elea Nora Rles. 26 ACTIVITIES BOWDLfc high school 1965-1966 J basketball PtpgMU jjgfuuLf jK!‘SAiaEMM I..: m; 1 ur - - y. Ax j p'. t.u.1 ■� Hr owdle j(p US. fi Selbu ROYALITY: Marian Buechler; Donna Berg; Mary Heckenlalble, Carolee Huft, Queen; David Karst, King; Gordon Hlntz; Larry Barth; Russell Wadlelgh, not pictured; Sheri Gross, page girl; Glen Buechler, page boy. Queen Carolee King David Homecoming Royalty Reigns The annual Homecoming festivities be- gan the night of Thursday, September 23, 1965, with the coronation of the Bobcat king and queen. It was followed by a variety of skits put on by the classes and clubs of the high school. For the first time prizes were award- ed for the best or most entertaining performance. Lettermen's Club placed first with their skit, ' English 7 . Second place went to the freshmen with The School Spirit on Trial, and the juniors with Be There a Train Coming? The sophomore's skit, Merry Pason , along with Barney the Mighty Bobcat , sung by four senior girls, received third place. The program was followed by a snake dance and bon fire. Friday afternoon the Bobcats played their old rivals, the Hosmer Tigers. This thrilling game ended in a one point loss for Bowdle. A record hop brought the Homecoming festivities to a close for the 1965-66 28 year. Barney The Bobcat Presents 1. Suspense—who will be King and Queen? 2. King and Queen retire to throne. 3. Members of the Royalty en- joy entertainment in their honor. 1. First place skit, English 7. 2. Third place skit, Merry Pason. SEATED; Carolee Kuft, Sharlene Bollinger, Mary Heckenlaible, Melanie Miller. STAMPING: Marianne 3achman, Mr. Wooledge, Janet 3uechler, Connie J. 3erg. Dirigo Chapter NHS The Dirigo (I lead) chapter of the National Honor Society, established three years ago,decreased its membership when four seniors were graduated and only three students qualified for admission. To meet the requirements of the NHS one must pos- sess qualities of leadership, scholarship, character, and serv- ice. Along with this each member must maintain a grade average of a B or higher throughout his high school years. Special recognition is given to these deserving students. Young Speakers Distinguish Themselves Standing: Marian BuecViler, Janet Buechler, Mrs. June Moser. Seated: Bonna Berg, Connie J. Berg, Donna Berg. Five girls, coached by Mrs. Moser, participated In de- clam this year. All did excellent jobs. Bonna, Donna, and Connie represented 3HS at the District Declamation Contest In Hosmer. Connie won a superior at Hosmer which entitled her to compete In the Regional Declamation Con- test at Miller. Marian Buechler-Humorous- I want to be an Actress Janet Buechler-Humorous- What's the Use Bonna Berg-Humorous- I like Men Connie J. Berg-Dramatic- Macbeth Connie J. Berg Donna Berg-Oratory- Why Library Improvements Delight Students Standing: Diane Hoven, Rebecca Klesz, Marsha Putnam, Luane Slsenbelsz, Sandra Sandmeler. Seated: Mrs. June Moser, Marcy Wooledge. To the library this year, there have been added new accessories to make It a more comfortable and quiet room In which to study. The wool rug which was In- stalled adds color and life, while the many new books Increase the Interest and learning of the students. The librarians help the library run smoothly and efficiently. Under the guidance of Mrs. Moser, they keep every- thing In top order. 31 FIKST HOW: Sheila Metzger, Ronnie Mitzel, Wanda Bauer, Pam Knecht, Eileen Hoffman, Marsha Oster,Marsha Weishaar. SECPHD ROW: Jim Schlepp, Sandra Schlepp, Susan Carlson, Carolyn Lee, Richard Carlson, Candice Bieber, Gail Bauer, Leon Schaible, Pat Miller, Curtis Eisenbeisz. THIRD ROW: Susan Dewald, Wayne Buechler, Cathy Fischer, Janell Leidholt, Betty Wadleigh, Doris Wadleigh, Paul Mertz, Donald Kurle, 3ernadette Stappler. STANDING: Mr. Richard Maslanka, director. Bb CLARINET QUARTET members are Sheila Ketzger, Ronnie Mitzel, Wanda Bauer, Jim Schlepp. Marching Band Once again the Bowdle Bobcat Band completed a very exciting and success- ful year. During the summer, the band, composed of 52 members, journeyed to Wlnnepeg, Canada, where they spent four days participating in a concert and marching competition; The band won first place in class C competi- tion for the second consecutive year at Gypsy Day in Aberdeen. They also participated at Ellendale, University of North Dakota's homecoming activi- ties, where they placed first in class 3 marching competition. CLARINET QUARTET members are Sheila Metzger, Elizabeth Wadleigh, Doris Wad- leigh, Ronnie Mitzel. Concert Band The band played various selections Including several Christmas carols at the annual Winter Concert. They par- ticipated in the Spring Concert under the direction of Mr. Harold Johnson. The Bowdle Band also took part in the music contest at Mobridge in April. 32 High Honors FIRST ROW: Dean Schumacher, Paul 3achman, Florence Stern, Melanie Miller, Carolee Huft, John 3erzins. SECOND ROW: Tim Hagele, Cathy. Sandmeier, Arlyn Schaible, Kendall Aldlnger, Charles Kurle, Lance Schumacher, Dave Kramer, Mark Bieber, Janet Buechler. THIRD ROW: Diana Erlenbusch, Mary Heckenlaible, Connie Kurle,Betty Artz, Mary Miller, Diana Hoven, Vicki Schlepp, Hope Eisenbeisz, Marcy Wooledge, Glenn Blumhardt. Solo Ratings John Berzins—Alto Saxophone ... II Sheila Metzger—Clarinet ......... II Betty Wadlelgh--Alto Clarinet. . . Ill Curtis Eisenbeisz—Coronet .... II Janet Buechler—Trombone...........II Janet Buechler—Baritone...........II Janet Buechler—Baritone Saxophone III Hope Eisenbeisz—Mellophone. ... II The following played solos at the music contest in Mobridge. SEATED; John Berzins, Paul Bachman, Sheila Metzger, Doris Wadleigh, Betty Wadleigh. STANDING: Marsha Oster, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Donald Kurle, Janet Buechler, Hope Eisen- beisz. SAXOPHONE QUARTET members are John Berzins, Carolee Huft, Paul Bachman, Vicki Schlepp. Group Ratings Saxophone Quartet . Drum Ensemble . . . Bb Clarinet Quartet Trombone Trio . . . Clarinet Quartet. . 33 I . II . Ill . Ill . Ill Twirlers f'J ?. .. i y . • i BOWOLE HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND BOWOLE SOUTH DAKOTA r ri Marching band twirlers are Rebecca Kiesz, Lanet Sisenbeisz, Patti Nies, Julie Schuh, Margaret Gross, Karen Schmierer, Rosemary Dewald, and Alexzine Kiesz. Drum Majorette Vicki Schlepp led the band In all its marching events. Majorette Groups Compete Trombone Trio Trombone Ensemble Members are Janet Buechler, David Kramer, and Mark Bieber. Drum Ensemble The Drum Ensemble members are: Berna- dette Stappler, Diane Erlenbusch, Mary Heckenlaible, Betty Artz, Diana Hoven, and Connie Kurle. All State Chorus Kenneth Buechler, Mary Heckenlaible, Vicki Schlepp,and Ronnie Mitzel journeyed to Sioux Falls November 12 and 13 to sing in the All-State Chorus. Mary Heckenlaible and Diana Hoven accompanied the boys, girls, and mixed choruses. In Contest Accompanists Mary Heckenlaible — Piano..............I Diana Hoven—Piano.....................II Sextette Sarah Sulzle, Melanie Miller, Carolee Huft, Mary Heckenlaible, Betty Artz, and Vicki Schlepp rated excellent in the music con- test at Mobridge. Vocal Soloist The only vocal soloist competing in the music con- test at Mobridge this year was Sarah Sulzle. She did a fine job and received an excel- lent rating. Mixed Chorus FIRST ROW: Susan Carlson, Diana Erlenbusch, Karen Schmierer, Marsha Oster, Diana Hoven, Marian Buechler, Janice Goldade, Sheila Metzger, Hope Eisenbeisz, Marcella Feickert. SECOND ROW: Patty Nies, Connie Berg, Karen Zimmer, Sarah Sulzle, Relanie Miller, Marcy Wooledge, Sharlene Bollinger, Vicki Schlepp, Betty Artz. THIRD ROW: Janet Buechler, Sharon Sulzle, Bernadette Stappler, Wanda Bauer, Florence Stern, Mary Heckenlaible, Carolee Huft, Lesli Wooledge, Lucille Senger. FOURTH ROW: Ronnie Mitzel, Paul Mertz, Richard Dufloth, Jim ichlepp, Dave Kramer, Gene Sandmeier, Kenneth Buechler, Maurice Hoffman, David Karst, Bradley Schlepp, Gordon Hintz, Dennis Stotz, Wayne Buechler, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Mark Bieber, Paul Bachman, Mr. Maslanka. Boys’ Glee Club FIRST ROW: Paul Mertz, Jim Schlepp, Ronnie Mitzel, Wayne Buechler, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Mr. Maslanka. SECOND ROW: Dave Kramer, Richard Dufloth, Gene Sandmeier, Paul Bachman, Dennis Stotz, Mark Bieber. THIRD ROW; Kenneth Buechler, Maurice Hoffman, David Karst, Bradley Schlepp, Gordon Hintz. Girls’ Glee Club Girls' Glee Club is composed of all the high school girls. Big Moment Arrives The evening of May 15� 1965, proved to be bright and clear—a perfect time to explore the magic and mystery of the wild. A safari, sponsored by the Junior Class, had been In the planning stage for several months and now was ready to begin. With the seniors as their spe- cial guests, they embarked on a Journey which would take them Deep In the Jungle. Entering by a path cut through dense foliage, the safari members came upon a large clearing. Here they rested and partook of an array of exotic foods after which they danced to the native beat of the Gasllghters. Wearied from their many ac- tivities, the explorers settled down to watch the movie Woman of Straw. Then It was time to go home. The 1965 Jr.-Sr. Prom had gone from a dream to a real- ity to a memory. The banquet, deliciously prepared by the Junior mothers, was served to the honored Juniors and seniors by eight sophomores dressed as wild game hunters. They weres Janet Buechler, Karen Zimmer, Cathy Gross, Arvls Lemke, Alan Person, Richard Dufloth, Roger Jacobson, and Maurice Hoffman. 1. During the dance punch was served In the head witchdoctor's hut. 2, 3, 6. The grand march was the beginning of a delightful evening of dancing and gaylety. The variety of music provided by the dance band pleased everyone. 5. After-banquet entertainment was provided by several Juniors. They sang Witchdoctor, of course! 6. The Gasllghters Interrupted the program of dancing with a hootenanny which consisted of folk songs, Jokes, and group singing. So The Jury Was Hung—a farce presented by the Junior Class depicting the trouble a jury runs into when it is composed of var- ied personalities. A Crazy Violet—a sus- pense comedy portray- ed by the Sophomore Class which kept the audience on the edge of their seats. The mystery revolved a- round two identical suitcases, one of which presumably con- tained a set time bomb. The audience was delightfully sur- prised when the bomb turned out to be a fur coat.' Tramps, Teens, and Terrors-- a comedy act full of confu- sion and suspense presented by the Senior Class. The cli- max was reached when the go- rilla escaped from his cage. And then the fun beganJ Students Enjoy One-Act Play Contest On April 9, 1965� Bowdle High School held its first annual one-act play pro- gram. It consisted of three one-act plays put on by the Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Classes. The Senior Class was presented a plaque for having the best play. Awards were also given to the best actors and actresses for their fine performances. The audience greatly enjoyed this event, but not so much as the students who participated. To them it was many hours of hard practice which was actu- ally more fun than work. “B” Team Cheerleaders The cheerleaders yell- ing for the B Team are Susan Dewald, Flor- ence Stern, Pam Knecht, and Karen Schmierer. Pep Club Rallies For Team When the team is out striving for victory, the girls are right behind them in the form of the Pep Club. All the girls in high school are in this club and are active in supporting the Bobcats and portraying school spirit. This support wasn't limited to home games only, but was visible in the turnout whenever a fan bus was taken to an out of town game. Enthusiasm was encouraged by selling booster but- tons and school pennants to all loyal BHS fans. Pep Club officers are Carolee .luft. President; Bonna 3erg, Vice-President; Donna Berg, Secretary;and Patti Nies, Treasurer. it A Team Cheerleaders Pictured from top to bottom are Donna Berg, donna Berg, Carolee Huft, and Marian Buechler. These four girls, along with many other fans, cheered the 3obcats on to victory through the football and basketball 39 seasons. Alan Person Paul Bachman David Kramer Jim Schlepp Halfback Guard End Linebacker Ronald Mitzel Richard Dufloth Quarterback Halfback Maurice Hoffman Guard Gary Sandmeier Center Bobcats In Fighting Positions Larry 3arth End Co-Captain David Karst End Co-Captain FIRST ROW; Stanley Zimmer, Dennis Stotz, Ronald Mitzel, Richard Oufloth, Bradley Schlepp, John Sandmeier, Mark Bieber. SECOND ROW: Coach Bodkin, Larry Barth, Gary Sandmeier, Paul Sachman, Roger Huber, David Karst, Russell Wadleigh, Maurice Hoffman, David Kramer, Assistant Coach Youngman. THIRD ROW: Joel Hoffman, Jason Person, John Bieber, Jim Schlepp, Wayne Buechler, Alan Person, Curtis Eisenbeisz. Football Team Progresses The Bobcat football team opened the season with a hard fought battle against Hecla, which ended in a tie. In the next game, the Bobcats traveled to Roscoe and defeated the Hornets for their first win of the season. Although they had many injuries, the Bobcats continued fighting, but lost their next four games, including their home- coming game with Hosmer. Not giving up, the Bobcats came on strong to de- feat a strong Pollock Bulldog team by a very slim margin. In the final game of the season, the Bobcats pulled out one of the biggest unsets in the Yellowstone Trail Conference by de- feating the second place Java Panthers. The Bobcats ended the season with a fourth place tie in the Yellowstone Trail Conference. Seniors SCORES HOME VISITOR 19 Hecla 19 13 Roscoe 6 12 Selby 20 18 Hosmer 19 12 Hoven 32 7 Herreid 20 26 Pollock . 25 2£ Java 19 132 160 SENIORS: Larry Barth, David Karst, Russell Wadleigh, Gary Sandmeier. ij.1 Young Team Builds Strength Brad Schlepp Forward Jim Schlepp Guard Paul Bachman Center Larry 3arth Guard The 1966 basketball sea- son closed with a 8-13 record for the Bobcats. They had a slow start but progressed rapidly after the Conference Tournament. The Bobcats finished the season in the district tournament. Their first game was against Glenham which they won with a thrilling score of 57-55� After their victory against Glenham, the 3obcats ad- vanced to the semi-finals David Karst Forward and played Eureka. The 3obcats just couldn't out- last the Trojans and the District winners came out on top 81-50. With this loss the Bobcats had to face Wakpala for third place honors. The Sioux proved too much for the Bobcats as they came out on top bya score of 73-63� This ended a good year for Coach 3odkin's basketball team. 42 Maurice Hoffman Home Center Visi 58 Hosmer 63 51 Ipswich 1 9 60 Gle nham 78 69 Roscoe 76 60 Pollock 51 65 Java 55 6k Eureka 77 55 Hoven 69 63 Selby 67 57 Herreld 67 70 Roscoe 77 66 Selby 53 73 Java 56 1 6 Herreid 76 73 Hosmer 59 §1 Pollock 58 32 NWLA 90 69 Faulkton 72 57 Glenham 55 50 Eureka 81 63 Wakpala 72 DISTRICT TOURNAMENT ENDS SEASON “A” Team Joel Hoffman, Dennis Stotz, Richard Dufloth, Larry Barth, David Kramer, David Karst, Bradley Schlepp, Maurice Hoffman, Paul Bachman, Jim Schlepp, Wayne Buechler, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Kneeling: Roger Huber, Gordon Hintz. Center: Coach Bodkin. “B” Team Larry Merkel, John Berzins, Paul Mertz, John Bieber, Dennis Stotz, Stanley Buechler, Wayne Buechler, Curtis Eisenbeisz, Joel Hoffman, Mr. Bodkin. Student Managers: Roger Huber, Gordon Hintz. Lettermens Club Represents Athletes FIRST ROW: Gary Sandmeier, Gordon Hintz, Larry Barth, Richard Dufloth, David Karst, Mr. Bodkin. SECOND ROW: Ronald Mitzel, David Kramer, Maurice Hoffman, Roger Huber, John Sandmeier, Paul Bachman. THIRD ROW; Joel Hoffman, John Bieber, Jim Schlepp, Wayne Buechler, Alan Person. Track Team Has Successful Season FIRST ROW: Richard Dufloth, John Sandmeier, David Karst, David Kramer, Gordon Hintz, Mr. Bodkin. SECOND ROW: Ronald Mitzel, Paul Bachman, Larry Barth, Jim Schlepp, Alan Person. The team broke four differ- ent records, which included three school records and one conference record. The school records which were broken in- cluded the mile relay, 830 yard relay, and the two mile relay. The Bobcats partici- pated well in the conference meet by shattering the sprint medley relay record which was previously held by Hoven. The team also took part in six various track meets in the state. “B” Band Strives Onward PI3ST BOW: Leo Bleber, Marcle Metzger, Ilze Berzins, Ernestine Hoffman, Can- dice Lemke, Lexle Schlecht, Carmen Bleber, Roberta Nles, Candice Huft, Linda Rieger, Dean Aldlnger. SECOND ROW: Jayne Schlepp, Jane Dewald, Robert Leldholt, Warren Wooledge, Colleen Buechler, Virgil Heinrich, Wynne Blumhardt, Joel Schmlerer, Jeffrey Buechler, Kathy Wadleigh, Steven Gledt, Randy Bollinger, Arlyn Schalble, Chris Schumacher, Ron Stotz. THIRD ROW; Leland Trelchel, Richard Mltzel, Judy Hoven, Corrlne Hoven, Bryce Wooledge, Mary Lou Hagele, Michael Mertz, Owen Schumacher, Dane Aldlnger, Craig Schumacher, Mr. Maslanka. Grade Team Works Hard FIRST ROW: Candice Bleber, Gail Bauer, David Person, Blake Eisenbeisz, Leland Treichel, Johnny Barth, Charles Kurle, Dick Carlson, Mary Lou Hagele, Sandra Schlepp. SECO'iD ROW: Jack Huber, Tim Hagele, James Bollinger, Gary Buechler, Laine Rieger, James Doerr, Virgil Heinrich, Richard Mitzel. ThIRD ROW: Ron Goldade, Lonnie Vetch, Wayne Buechler, Lance Schumacher, James Commet, Mike Senger, Dean Mertz, Mr. Walter. FOURTH ROW: Warren Wooledge, Arle Buechler, Arlyn Schaible, Jason Person, Pat Miller, Kendall Aldinger, Chris Schumacher, Doug Kiesz, Glenn Blumhardt. Headlines Today Back to schoolI AUGUST and SEPTEMBER 30 School Term Opens and Seniors Receive Class Sings 3 Beginning Football Season Hecla—There 6 Labor Day - No School 10 Roscoe—There 17 Selby—Here 22 Senior Pictures 23 Ping Pong's Zh Homecoming Game Hosraer—Here OCTOBER 1 6 8-9 15 22 30 Royalty on football field. 7-8 17 25-26 29 Top magazine seller and prizes. 3 6 7 10 1 17 21 22 School lockers are Installed. Herreld—There Hoven—Here SDEA - No School Pollock—There Java—Here Declara Contest—Hosraer NOVEMBER All-State Chorus, Sioux Falls Faculty Supper—Hoven Vacation - Thanksgiving PTA Fun Night DECEMBER Basketball Season Begins Hosmer—There Winter Concert Group Pictures for Annual Ipswich—Here Glenham—Here NWLA—Here - Postponed Roscoe—There Pollock—There Christmas Vacation Begins JANUARY 3 School Begins - Again 7 Java—Here 11 Eureka—Here 14 Hoven—There 18 First Semester Ends Memories Tomorrow JANUARY 19-22 Conference Tournament at Hoven 24 Kindergarten Begins 25 Roscoe—Here 28 Selby—Here All-State Chorus members practice. FEBRUARY 1 Java—There 4 Herreld—There 8 Hosmer—Here 11 Pollock—Here 12 NWLA--Here 16 Solo and Small Group Music Contest—Mobrldge 18 Faulkton—There 24-26 District Tournament at Selby Kindergarten begins. Mrs. Marjorie Buechler, teacher MARCH 3-4 Regional Tournament— Aberdeen 10-12 State Tournament—Sioux Falls 16 Yellowstone Trail Declam Contest—Glenham—Grades 5-8 22 Third Quarter Ends Variety of books In bookmobile. APRIL 8 Good Friday - No School 11 Easter Monday - No School 15 One-Act Plays Why couldn't school be over with! MAY 7 Junior-Senior Prom 14 Regional Trackmeet—Mobrldge 20-21 State Trackmeet—Yankton 22 Baccalaureate 25 Commencement Exercises 27 School Terra of 1965-66 Closes 47 CONGRATULATIONS SENIORS i DE MALIGN ON - MILLER FUNERAL HOME Office Mon.—Pri. Saturday - Hours: 9:30-12:00 1:30- 5:00 9:30-12:00 F. A. MILLER U.D.S. Best Wishes to the Class of 1966 Floyd Helen Miller Waltman’s MEAT MARKET FINEST meats at LOW prices. See Nels Waltman BUECHLER'S CAFE Home Cooking Baking - Air Conditioning Bus Stop A. C. MERKEL AGENCY Real Estate—Insurance—Loans Service You'll Like Bowdle, South Dakota BOWDLE CREAMERY AND PRODUCE COMPANY Bowdle Butter Better Butter Edwin Blumhardt Manager STERN’S CAFE Homemade Pastries Steaks - Meals - Lunches PRIVATE DINING ROOM ON HIWAY 12, BOWDLE, SOUTH DAKOTA Compliments of SCOTTY’S DRIVE-IN ABERDEEN - BISMARK Congratulations Seniors Schaible Chevrolet Company J! | | i Bowdle, South Dakota “ MONTANA-DAKOTA UTILITIES CO. It is Our pleasure to serve You, the Community. GORDON STOTZ STANDARD Bulk Agent for STANDARD Phone: 21j.01 ALDINGER'S HIDE 4 FUR COMPANY Bring in your Hides and Furs, for We enjoy doing business with YOU. BILL’S BODY REPAIR Here in Bowdle — See Bill Klapperrich Oster's ELECTRIC Appliances - Paints Televisions - Repairs Phone: 3571 FARMERS UNION OIL CO. 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THE OLD SARDINE SAYS, REIGER'S SHOE SHOP Major Overhauls Glasswork Painting Walk in and leave your SHOES K0L Y 1300 RADIO Sales Parts Body Repairs with Jake Reiger Reaches Customers by the 1000's Richard Herring - Advertising Rep. Albert Berg - Owner Bowdle Livestock Comm. Co. You get more Money and less Shrinkage when you sell locally Sales Every Tuesday Bowdle, S. Dak. Bowdle Hardware General Hardware Appliances Ditch Digging Excavation Farm Water Systems HERMIT ELMER Phone BE 3-J30I. Boomer NORBERT SIMON Phone 948-7330, Hove� OWNERS AND AUCTIONEERS Bernard Carlson - Manager Phone: 2261 50 OZZIE’S e=30Cr=| SUPERVALU It's a Pleasure Doing Business Oswald ‘Schlepp - Manager Phone: 2621 Bowdle, South Dakota A. B. SHOP WILLIAM C. MILLER, Prop. JEWELRY • SUNDRIES AND GIFT SHOP VETERINARY SUPPLIES Telephone Res. 3332 — Telephone Bus. 3331 Bowdle, South Dakota Bulova • Elgin . Croton • Caravelle Watches Martha Says, I need your HEAD to have your BUSINESS. 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